10020 Jacques Nicolas Bellin (1703–1772) – Map of Hindustan (The Indian Subcontinent) – Copper engraving (1750)
This copper engraving is a detailed political and geographical map of Hindustan, the historical name for the Indian Subcontinent and surrounding territories. The map displays the major rivers, mountain ranges, and political divisions of the era, extending from Persia to Bengal and including the Gulf of India and Tibet. The cartouche notes that the map was compiled using the latest geographic details from the Histoire générale des voyages, reflecting the 18th-century European understanding of South Asia.
Jacques Nicolas Bellin was an eminent French hydrographer, geographer, and royal censor, serving as the official cartographer for the French Marine during the 18th century. He is celebrated for his vast output of highly accurate sea charts and detailed maps of the world, which were essential to French naval and colonial expansion and set the standard for cartography throughout the Age of Enlightenment.
Artist or Maker: Jacques Nicolas Bellin
Dimensions: Approximately 35 cm x 25 cm
Medium: Copper engraving
Date: 1750
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
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